Abundant Life Church (Alton, IL) Youth Minister David Anderson talks about the church's annual missionary trip to Panama.
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Amare, NFP Executive director Ty Bechel describes the drug recovery support services that his organization provides for the community. Additional information can be found at http://www.amarenfp.org  |
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Alton, Illinois K-9 officer Michael Manelli talks about some of the ways his dog Jax assists him in policing.  |
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University of Illinois Extension Service Master Gardeners Kim Schoenfeld and Nancy Orrill share information about the Village Garden in Godfrey, Il and the value of planting native plant species.  |
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Jim Folsom speaks about the Serving Our Streets program that features volunteers and groups helping the homeless of downtown St. Louis, Missouri on a weekly basis. Additional information can be found on the organizations Facebook page.  |
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Roxana (IL) Parks and Rec Director Debbie Ferry tells us about the variety of activities offered in the two parks that are part of the district.  |
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Madison County Transit Director of Marketing and Planning, SJ Morrison, provides a brief history of the transit district and the programs that are currently provided, including the 130 miles of bike trails.  |
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Project Read Program Coordinator Shella Vaughn talks about the volunteer driven program. Tutoring is offered for reading, math and english as a second language. If you would like additional information call 618.468.4144 or link here https://bit.ly/2HM4KHW  |
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East Alton schools Superintendent Emily (r) and Curriculum Director Alyssa (l) make a presentation about "Childhood Trauma and Toxic Stress" among elementary aged students.  |
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Steve "Bunkhouse Joe" Johnson shares his passion for his wood fired coffee roasting business. More info can be found at http://www.bunkhouse.com  |
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Julia's Banquet Center building owner Todd Kennedy gives us a tour of the newly remodeled facility. Well done!  |
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Rotarian Brad provides a tour/refresher of the club's web site.  |
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Rotarian Pastor Andrew provides the backstory on the Dead Sea Scrolls  |
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Restore Network Director of Development Ashley Aim describes the vital work that her foster care organization performs in four Illinois counties. For additional information, link here http://www.therestorenetwork.org  |
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Madison Historical Online Encyclopedia and Archive representatives Steve Hansen and Ben Ostermeier describe this ongoing project. For additional information, link here https://madison-historical.siue.edu/encyclopedia/  |
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Rotary District Governor Brian Barstead shares some thoughts (and his theme pin belt) during his annual club visit.  |
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Rotarian Darren Carlton presents his classification talk. Secrets have been revealed!  |
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Philharmonic Society of Bellevillle (IL) Music Director and Conductor Robert Hart Baker talks about the long history of the organization and the programing during the upcoming season. For additional information, link here http://www.bellevillephilharmonic.org  |
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Bellefontaine Cemetery (St. Louis, MO) Event and Volunteer Coordinator Daniel Fuller talks about the history of the cemetery and some of the famous people that call it their final resting place. More information can be found by linking here http://bellefontainecemetery.org/  |
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Lindsey presents a scholarship check to Allison for $1450. She will be attending Lewis and Clark Community College (Godfrey, IL). We wish Allison great success.  |
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Riverbend Family Ministries (Wood River, IL) Executive Director Tammy Iskarous describes the variety of programs that are offered to the citizens of Madison County by RFM. To learn more, link here http://www.riverbendfamilyministries.com  |
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Mayor Marty Reynolds talks about all the great things that are happening in Roxana, Illinois.  |
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Great Rivers and Routes Tourism Bureau President Brett Stawar shares what's new with area tourism.  |
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Rotarian Tim Gutknecht talks about the Rotary District 6510 sponsored program, the Belize Children's Project, now in its 41st year. For additional information about hosting a child contact Chris Lashley (618.691.9523) or Charlene Brennan (618.691.9120).  |
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Phillips 66 refinery Director of Government and Community Relation, Melissa Erker, talked explained the use of "flairing" in the oil refining process.  |
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Refuge Executive Director Erin Bickle provides an overview of her agency that serves the needs of children in Madison County (Illinois) who have experienced the trauma of violence, neglect and abuse. More information can be found at http://www.refuge4kids.org |
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Retired Navy chaplain and Methodist minister Bob Phillips shares some stories from his 33 year Navy career. |
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Tyler Elbrecht talks about the new hockey training facility that will open in early June adjacent to the Ice Arena in East Alton, Illinois. |
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Volunteers Kathy Hunt and Lynn Wuebbels describe the English as a Second Language program  |
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Columbians Deisy and Claribelle are joined by Panamanian Ana to perform a Columbian folk dance. |
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The Riverbender's (Alton, IL) Dan Brannan talks about the book he coauthored with his good friend Andy Yakstis, You Can't Kill the Dream. Here's an Amazon link to the book https://amzn.to/2jOzFoS |
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Nate Oberhauser describes his four day experience with the Teen Pact program in Springfield Illinois. |
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East Alton (IL) School District Superintendent Virgil Moore explains the new Illinois school funding formula and it's impact on the area school districts. He is assisted by incoming district Superintendent Emily Warnecke. |
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Rotarian Dave Miller describes several knots that are useful while on a boat (land too). |
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Mustard Seed Peace Project representative Allen Oertel describes the good work that the organization is doing in Guatemala |
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Illinois Attorney General Military & Veterans Rights Bureau Chief Tom Banning describes the services offered by his office. |
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Lewis & Clark Community College (Godfrey, IL) Director of Institutional Research & Library Services, Dennis Krieb, describes the economic impact that the college has on the local economy. |
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Faith in Action board member Dave Toby describes the mission of the Edwardsville-Glen Carbon (Illinois) chapter. For additional information, link here http://www.fiaegc.org |
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Madison County (IL) Sheriff's Department Chief Deputy Sheriff, Major Jeff Connor, provides an overview of the St. Louis Major Case Squad operations. |
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Ordello Vice President Landry Sorbel talks about the recent partnership with To-Go delivery service to offer restaurants in the Metro East (St. Louis, MO) a seamless ordering and delivery experience. Additional information can be found at this link http://www.ordello.com |
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Alton (IL) Memorial Hospital Development Specialist Jeanne Truckey offers an insight into the hospital's history via a series of trivia questions. |
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Alton Family Martial Arts & Fitness owner Adam Marburger and instructor Cort Wahle describe the variety of family friendly options available at their Alton, Illinois center. Additional information can be found by following this link http://www.martialartsalton.com |
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Madison County Sheriff Department Lt. James Goeken talks about "situational awareness" and shares some tips on how to be aware. |
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Alton, Illinois Parks and Rec Director Michael Haynes talks about recent Gordon Moore Park upgrades and future plans. |
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Dream Home Charities founder and President, Sherry Gilleland, talks about the growth of the charity and its future plans. Additional information can be found at http://www.dreamhomecharities.com |
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Lewis and Clark Community College (IL) President Dale Chapman and welding program director Travis Jumper talk about campus programs and the new Weber Workforce Center.  |
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Madison County (IL) Judge Barbara Crowder shares highlights of the Elder Justice Initiative providing improved access to the court system for citizens age 60 and above. |
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Long time club secretary Lori Palmer accepts her "Difference Maker" award from Rotary district governor Doug Huff.  |
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Great Rivers Land Trust Executive Director, Alley Ringhausen, talks about the Trust's recent projects. Additional information can be found at www.greatriverslandtrust.org |
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Bethalto (Illinois) Cedarhurst Assisted Living Community Outreach Coordinator, Eliza Pautz, provides an overview of the company and the new Bethalto assisted living/memory care facility. Additional information can be found at their Facebook page or by linking here http://www.cedarhurstliving.com |
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Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Managing Attorney, Clarissa Gaff, describes the variety of services that her agency offers to lower income and older citizens. Her office is located in Alton, Illinois. Additional information can be found at the Land of Lincoln web site http://www.lollif.org |
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Long time East Alton, Illinois resident Judy Richie shares some East Alton historical highlights and her recently published East Alton pictorial book. |
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President Bill presents the Business of the Year award to Rick Wooley of B & R Auto Body  |
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Zeke Jabasch and Benjamin Godfrey make a presentation about the Benjamin Godfrey Legacy Trail and share a bit of Godfrey's historical impact in the Alton, Illinois area. |
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Attorney Bill Miller talks about practicing juvenile law in Madison County, Illinois  |
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While East Alton Rotarian Brad Lavite was station in Iraq he had the opportunity to visit the ancient city of Ur. He shares his memories. |
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"Just Keep Walkin'" founder Jack Wilcox talks about the efforts of his organization to assist people suffering with opiate related problems in Madison County Illinois |
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American Cancer Society Community Development Manager Sheena Whitehead talks about the variety of services the ACS offers to people dealing with cancer. |
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East Alton Rotary Club member Paul Hoover shares his observations about a recent visit he made to the Dachau Concentration Camp in Germany.  |
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Pat Gauen shares some stories with the club. Pat recently retired after a 47 year career with the Collinsville Herald, St. Louis Globe-Democrat and the Post-Dispatch.  |
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East Alton Rotarian Rod Croxford talks about his participation with the Patriot Guard Riders. Additional information can be found by linking here http://www.patriotguard.org |
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Ty Bechel shares some mileposts along his trip to opiate addiction and eventual recovery. The book about his journey is called "Heroin Rising: A Tale of True Terror". The electronic version is available for free via Amazon http://tinyurl.com/mj8zll2 |
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Ed and Cheryl Maher share some highlights on their trip to Israel and the Holy Land. |
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The United Methodist Village (Godfrey, IL) Director of Marketing, Carrie Cope, provides an overview of the living options and services offered at facility. Additional information can be found by linking to http://wwwUnitedMethodistVillage.com |
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Gift of Voice Director A J French shares an overview of the program. Additional information can be found at this link http://www.giftofvoice.com
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Boys and Girls Club of Bethalto (IL) Director Kathy Wilson talks about the history of the club and the wide variety of programs that are offer at their facility. For additional information please visit http://www.bgcbethalto.com
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Explosive Ordinance Disposal (bomb disposal) expert and Vietnam era vet Mike Weber talks about his recent trips to Southeast Asia.
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Madison County (Illinois) board member and Southwestern Illinois Employers Association President, Mike Walters, talks about what is happing at the county board level and shares some Illinois State Capital anecdotes.
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Alton (IL) Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau President Brett Stawar talks about what's going on with regional tourism. Additional information can be found at http://www.VisitAlton.com or by calling 800.258.6645
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Knife collector Virgil Stull shares some items from his collection.
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Madison County (Illinois) Coroner Steve Nonn describes some of the issues with the heroin abuse epidemic and the resources being used to help save lives and reduce heroin use. |
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The Bank of Edwardsville Vice President of Operations and Information Security, Jane Morris, discusses some cybersecurity methods to protect against phishing and ransomware.
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East Alton-Wood River High School graduate Vivian (top) and Roxana High School graduates Brendan and Sawyer display their names on the scholarship plaques.
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Lewis and Clark Community College (Godfrey, IL) Associate Dean for Adult Education, Valorie Harris, describes the adult ed programs available at the four college campuses.For additional information link to http://www.lc.edu/adulted
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AdvantaClean and Green Home Solutions Business Development Manager Donna Green talks about the wide variety of indoor solutions her company provides. Additional information can be found at http://www.advantaclean.com
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Caritas Family Solutions Marketing/Communications Specialist Kelci Jones describes the wide variety of services offered by her organization. For additional information you can link at http://www.caritasfamilysolutions.com
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Got Your Six Support Dogs President Nicole Lanahan talks about the Therapy Dog program that is designed to support U.S. veterans. Additional information can be found at http://www.gotyoursixsupportdogs.com and on Facebook
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Midwest Members Credit Union Marketing Director Lindsey Kahl provides an overview of the Credit Union and their commitment to serving the community.
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Alton Little Theater Marketing & Development Director Lee Cox talks about all the exciting things that are happening at (and with) the theater as they prepare for their 83th season. Additional information can be found at http://www.altonlittletheater.org
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After identifying several community needs based on time (not money), Reda Iskarous has proposed a program to ask citizens to donate their time to help the fellow community members. If you would like additional information, Reda may be reached at riskarous@lgpconsulting.com
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Madison County Board of Review Chairman, Bessie Powers, discusses the procedure for having your property assessment reviewed.
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Author Ron Wenzel talks about his latest book, Angels, Demons and the Unseen World. His book can be purchased or downloaded via this Amazon link http://tinyurl.com/zfsfaof
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Travel coordinator Patti Anderson shares some photos, videos and thoughts on her recent international travels
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Gateway Area Chapter Vice President for Development, Angela Radcliff, explains what Multiple Sclerosis is and some of the ways that you can support its research. Additional information can be found at http://www.gatewayMSociety.org
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Filmmaker Ryan Hanlon shares some of his life stories and recent projects. Additional information can be found at http://www.route3films.com
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Dr. Mike Harbison describes a very successful Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) program that he uses to treat veterans dealing with the disorder. Dr. Harbison can be reached via http://woodriverchiropractor.com
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Cahokia Mounds State (Illinois) Historic Site Assistant Site Manager William Iseminger provides an overview of this UNESCO World Heritage Site Located near St. Louis, Missouri. Additional information can be found at http://www.cahokiamounds.org
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Alton (IL) School District Reach Out and Read Program Coordinator Elaine Kane talks about the program that connects community volunteers with children to help improve their reading skills. Additional program information can be found at the district web site www.altonschools.org
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East Alton School District Early Education representatives, Margaret and Mary Jo, talk about the program's benefits.
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Dr. Paul Hoover talks about way to keep your heart healthy.
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Regional Manager of Member Outreach for the Illinois Association of Realtors, Kyle Anderson, shares issues at the federal, state and local level that effect all real estate stakeholders
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President Roger inducts new member Chris while Allen prepares to present the Rotary pin.
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Community Hope Center (located in Cottage Hills, IL) Executive Director Paul Militzer describes the mission of the center. For additional information, link here http://www.hopecenters.com/index.html
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Cory Gallivan reviews the tax proposals made by the leading presidential contenders and the possible implications.
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Certified Illinois concealed carry instructor Dave Birk describes the program and the state required training.
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Ironworks Christian Ministries representative Bryan Grieve provides an overview of the organization which is located in Wood River, Illinois (Riverbend) area.
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Alton (IL) Salvation Army representatives Lt. Bryan Ellison and Greg Gelzinnis talk about the Riverebend area's need for a successful kettle season. You can volunteer to staff a kettle site via http://ringbells.org or by calling 618.465.7764.
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Illinois Comptroller's office representative (and Rosewood Heights resident) Patrick McRae talks about the responsibilities of the office and his ability to assist Illinois residents and businesses with comptroller issues. He can be reached by calling 618.444.6793
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East Alton History Committee Chairperson Kelli Fletcher describes the work and recent successes of the committee .
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Wood River, Illinois Library Tech Specialist Scott Pyatt describes many of the technology options available to any visitor to the facility.
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All American Bingo representative David Benke describes what's required to host a successful blacklight bingo event.
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Club member Erin Phillips talks about the recent Gateway Bike MS event held in the Godfrey, Illinois area (Lewis & Clark Community College) and her experience with Multiple Sclerosis.
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Sponsor Rhonda and President Roger welcome newly minted Rotarian Mark, henceforth know as Mark 4
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Bob Ramsey shares some tips about ways that you can better manage your time.
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AFL-CIO Community Service Representative Bill Jakich talks about his experience with establishing a soup kitchen in Granite City, Illinois to help feed the hungry.
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Rotary District 6460 Public Relations Coordinator Allen Stare reviews the effort by Rotary International to enhance the Rotary "message" and coordinate the Rotary graphic look.
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John Nell talks about tornado readiness. Are you prepared?
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President Roger provides a video introduction to the improved Rotary website.
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Senior Services Plus Events and Activities Coordinator Kim Campbell describes the wide variety of activities that are available at the SSP center in Alton, Illinois. And you don't have to be a 'senior' to participate in many of them. Additional information is available at http://www.seniorservicesplul.org
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Rotary Exchange student Katie K. talks about her nine month adventure in Chile.
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Minds Eye Radio representative (and fellow Rotarian) Jason Frazier describes the reading service and some of the ways that the operation is supported. Additional information can be found at http://www.mindseyeradio.org
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Dale Alcorn talks about The Power of the Giraffe organization that helps to bring a bit of joy and financial assistance to the lives of cancer patients. Additional information can be found at their web site: http://www.ThePowerOfTheGiraffe.org
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Rod Croxford provides an overview of the mountain men of the American west.
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Jim Folsom talks about the Sanyu Project in Uganda. Additional information can be found at the project's web site http://www.thesanyuproject.com/#!home/mainPage
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Lewis & Clark State Historic Site Interpreter Pam Imes talks about the Camp River Dubois recreation and her role in incorporating early 1800's local flavor at the site.
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Aspire Learning Center owner Kayla Ridgeway talks about the educational services that her small business provides to the residents of the Riverbend area. For additional information go to http://www.aspire-learning-center.com
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Support Dogs Inc. Development Director Ann Weinerth talks about the various programs offered by her organization. Additional information can be found at http://www.supportdogs.org
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Certified Health Coach Kelsey Albers discusses the components of a healthy lifestyle. Additional information can be found at http://www.ignitenourishthrive.com
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Jennifer Wynn Vancil Cancer Foundation representative Duane Vancil describes the work of the organization. Additional information can be found at http://www.jwvcf.com
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Lewis and Clark Boy Scout council representative Don Green shares a wee bit of scouting history and his observations about the program gleaned from his 60+ years of experience.
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Reverend Troy Crain shares the history of the Mid-Missions program.
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Dean Sweet shares his passion for all things baseball, especially the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Wood River (Illinois) Township Deputy Assessor Linda Oldendorf describes the variety of property tax exemptions that are available to owner occupied homes
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CJD E-Cycling Co-owner Kate Wolff talks about helping to 'green up' the southwestern Illinois area by providing convenient recycling services.
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Former Rotary scholarship student Fred Slow talks about his career path and how grateful he is for the support provided by the club when he was in high school.
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Angela Botz talks (signs) about some of the accomplishments that IMPACT has had while serving the needs of the disabled in its six county coverage area.
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The 2015 5th-6th grade basketball tournament was held on January 31st. Lori took some 'action' photos and they can all be found under the 'photo album' column on the right side of this page.
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Retired school principal Butch McGill talks about the importance of establishing and accomplishing your personal bucket list
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5 A's (Alton Area Animal Aid Association) Executive Director Rick Jun describes the good work of this no-kill animal shelter. Additional information can be found at their web site http://www.fiveas.org
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Dave Miller and Shawn Lewis describe the mustang rescue work performed by the Legendary Mustang Sanctuary located in Alhambra, Illinois. For additional information please visit http://www.legendarymustangsanctuary.org
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Dave Miller and Shawn Lewis describe the mustang rescue work performed by the Legendary Mustang Sanctuary located in Alhambra, Illinois. For additional information please visit http://www.legendarymustangsanctuary.org
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Christmas Family Wish Lists (4 Children)
Child #1 Shelbie (girl) Age 7 Weight – 60 lbs.
Favorite color- Purple
Wish List:
Winter Coat – size 8 (purple or any color)
Hat, Gloves, Scarf
Snow Boots – size 1
Pants/Jeans – size 7 or 8
Shirts/Sweaters – size 7/8
Pajamas – size 7/8
Underwear – size 7/8
Socks
Art Supplies/Crafts
Dolls (any baby doll or Dr. McStuffin doll)
Remote control puppy that barks
Brush/comb, bath gel, lotion, shampoo
Child #2 Nathan (boy) Age 10
Favorite color – Any
Wish List:
Winter Coat – size 10 or 11
Hat, Gloves, Scarf
Snow Boots – size 7
Shoes – size 7
Pants/Jeans – size 10
Shirts/Sweaters – size 10 or 11
Pajamas – size 10 or 11
Socks
Razor 6000
Bike
Soap, body spray, deodorant, shampoo, brush/comb
Child #3 Haylie (girl) Age 16 months
Favorite Color- pink or purple
Wish List
Snow Boots – size 6
Pajamas – size 2T
Underwear – size 2T (princess or Frozen characters)
Socks
Books – Hard or bath books
Building blocks
Dolls – Disney characters
Tricycle/riding toy
Frozen Movie
Balls – noise making
Disney Action figures
Johnson “nighttime” baby wash, Toothbrushes
Child #4 Isaiah (boy) Age 5 (50 lbs.)
Favorite Color – Any
Wish List:
Snow Boots – size 1
Blocks- Legos
Action Figures – Ninja Turtles, Batman
Sports Equipment – Football
Johnson “nighttime” baby wash, Bubble bath, toothbrush
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Community Christmas director Mary Jo Kratschmer explains all the great things this Riverbend area (Alton, IL.) program has accomplished during its 25 years.
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Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Bob Flider explains the responsibilities of his agency as well as the the state of agriculture statewide.
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The Nature Institute (Godfrey, IL) representative Amy Curry explains the variety of programs offered at their facility (both indoors and outside). Additional information can be found at their web site www.thenatureinstitute.org
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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Professor Emeritus Ed Harrick explains the basics of labor arbitration.
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St. Clare's (Alton, IL) representatives Marli Nixon, Nancy Curvey and Sister Anastasia present the various service and living options available at their facility. For additional information visit the web site www.sahc.org
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St. Louis City Museum representative Devin Davis talks about all the fun kids of all ages can have at this non-museum. It IS all about the FUN. Additional information can be can be found at their web site www.citymuseum.org
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Bill Mattatall, President of the St. Clair Beekeeper's Association, shares some of his knowledge about bees, beekeeping and honey production. (Here' s a honey tip, buy locally.)
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Senior Service Plus (Alton, Illinois) Associate Executive Director Theresa Collins talks about the services that are available at the center and planned expansion plans. Additional information can be found at www.seniorservicesplus.org
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Melissa Erker provides an overview of what constitutes an Enterprise Zone in Illinois and the application process.
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Nancy and Mark Allison recount their service trip to assist a school in the country of Malawi Africa. What began as a mission to build a playground morphed into something a wee bit different.
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Scholarship student Jordan M. receives her $2100 check from Scholarship Committee Coordinator Erin.(President-for-a-day Bill looks on) Jordan will be attending Lewis & Clark Community College in Godfrey, Illinois.We wish her much success and hope to see her in the very near future.
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Author Bill Nunes shares some stories from his book The Frank 'Buster' Wortman Story. It's available from amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com
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...Chile for my Rotary Exchange year (Katie) and Lewis & Clark Junior College (Caleb with $2150 check) for my associates degree in graphic design
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Illinois State Representative Dan Beiser talks about the current legislative climate and some successful interventions he has had on behalf of his district residents.
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Madison County (Illinois) CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) representative Angela Piper provides an overview of the program. For additional information please contact CASA of Southwestern Illinois 618.234.4278
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Rotarian Frank Akers discusses the need to help the less fortunate in our area and a couple of programs that are designed to do just that.
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(The following is a note from club project coordinator Wendell Ross providing a July 2016 update from the 2014 project. Additional photos have been added to the international project photo album on the right.)
Recently I visited the hospital where the Crilap Foundation that the East
Alton Rotary Club and Barranquilla Oriente Rotary Club cosponsored was located. I found out that it had moved to a location in the annex of a new hospital called Puertoazul in February. So the wife and I took a taxi to it. The sad news is that the director I first met had past this last January. Her then assistant Katia Mendoza is now Executive Director. And now the Crilap foundation is called Fabrica de Sonrisas Foundation. Website www.fabricadesonrisas.co. There is a page where you can make private donations. When I entered the office and mentioned East Alton Rotary Club you should have seen their faces light up. It was very heart warming. We talked about the project. Our clubs project helped 15 children's lives change. There were surgeries this day for 2 more happening. Also the foundation had 35 applicants for surgeries. So as in many places in the world this is a continuing need. I was glad to be a part of helping so many children in need via using Rotary International. On the offices walls were 5 pictures/photos of some of the children that they helped. 4 of the 5 pictures/photos are of the children that were helped from our Clubs project. (What follows is the timeline and reflections of the cleft palate international project coordinator Wendell Ross. A photo album titled "international project" can be found in the right side of our home page.)
It is interesting how things in life turn out. I went to Barranquilla Colombia for some cold business calls in Sept. of 2010. At the hotel I was staying at there was a photographer taking some pictures. I started talking to him to try and get some business leads and also to get some ideas of the culture of the country. I mentioned Rotary. He told me there were 3 Rotary Clubs in Barranquilla. We got talking about Rotary International projects an he mentioned about a school in the Pueblo that his aunt ran that was having problems with the building.
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U.S. Senator (Illinois) Lyman Trumbull introduces the 13th amendment to the constitution. (As portrayed by Kerry Miller.)
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Project coordinator Wendell Ross describes the Barranquilla, Columbia cleft palate project that was partially underwritten by three local Rotary clubs (East Alton, Wood River and Bethalto, IL.)
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East Alton (IL) Ice Arena Manager Larry Thatcher talks about the success of the facility and the future of "ice" in the Metro East area.
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Rotary District 6460 representative (and Alton-Godfrey, Illinois club member) Larry Thompson explains how easy it is to sign up with the Rotary International web site and what foundation donation options are available. He even walks Rotarian Jeny through the online process.You can sign up by linking here https://www.rotary.org/en
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Angela Valdez shares the mission of the Churches on the Street organization. It's a not for profit organization that is focused on providing physical and spiritual assistance for the homeless in St. Louis, Missouri. Additional information is available at www.facebook.com/ChurchesontheStreetsSTL
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East Alton, Illinois school district representatives Jill Miller and Sandy Wilson share information about the 21st century initiative and the CASA programs.
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Four Riverbend (Alton, Illinois) business leaders (Dwight Werts, President, Werts Welding and Tank Services.Erin Ventimiglia,Tony's Restaurant North. Rodger Renaud,COO, West Star Aviation. Mark Speciale, President, Beall manufacturing.) share their thoughts on four questions posed by Rotarian Dave Miller.
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Denmark Rotary Youth Exchange student Sophie M. shares her thoughts about her first eight months in the USA. (She likes it.)
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RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) is a leadership development program that is organized at the district level in Rotary District 6460 and facilitated by Bradley University Rotaract Club members. RYLA was held at beautiful Lake Williamson in Carlinville, IL April 11-13 this year.
Roxana High students Anna Ballard and Tanner Davis represented East Alton Rotary at RYLA this year. It was a great opportunity to develop leadership skills in a fun environment. Both are outstanding and delightful young adults. You would be very proud of them!
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Riverbender representative Wendy Wickenhauser talks about all the in house and on line activities that the Riverbender sponsors. Additional information can be found at RIVERBENDER.COM |
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The East Alton Rotary Club Foundation is participating in the Amazon Smile! program. Simply go to smile.amazon.com, select East Alton Rotary Club Foundation as the organization you want to support and .5% of your purchase will be given our foundation to help fund college scholarships. If you have an Amazon account, use your existing account, just make sure that you access it via the smile link. Invite your friends and families to help support the foundation just by buying things they were already going to purchase! Thank you for your support!
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Members and significant others having a fun time at the Wood River Rotary Club trivia night |
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Phillips 66 Wood River (IL) Refinery Director of Government and Community Affairs, Melissa Erker, talks about recent and scheduled developments since the $4 billion upgrade was completed.
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Edwardsville (IL) Children's Museum board President McKinzie Breihan provides a facility overview and some of the programs sponsored by the museum. More information is available by clicking HERE
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Alton (Illinois) Memorial Hospital President Dave Braasch discusses the impact that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has had on his facility and on the medical care community in general.
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State of Illinois Comptrolle representative Matt Rice talks about the responsibilities of the office.
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University of Illinois Extension Service County Director Pam Jacobs talks about the variety of programs that the service provides to the residents of Madison, St. Clair and Monroe counties. Extension Educator Ashley Wetzler invites one and all to take a spin of the 4-H Q & A wheel. Get it right, win a prize! Additional information can be found by linking here HERE
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Senior Wildlife Technician Pam Lippert describes how the TreeHouse Wildlife Center (Illinois) helps in the rescue and release of wild animals and introduces us to Boomerang and his buddy. Additional information can be found at www.treehousewildlifecenter.com
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St. Louis Regional Airport (East Alton, Illinois) Manager Dave Miller talks about all the positive things that are happening at the airport, both inside and outside the fence.
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A new email falsely claiming to be from Rotary International President Ron D. Burton has been targeting members of Rotary. The email has the subject line “Final Reminder” and claims that the recipient has been approved for $2 million in unclaimed funds from the Rotary Club of London District Office. The email is a scam. Rotary staff is working to resolve the issue. Avoid being the victim of scams by deleting any email that appears suspicious. |
Rhonda (r) installs new member Patty (click on 'more' for another image) |
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The shelter project adjacent to the Hartford, Illinois splash park was recently dedicated. The cost of the shelter was shared by the Bethalto, Wood River and East Alton clubs. Well done!
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The East Alton, Wood River and Bethalto Rotary Clubs (all from District 6460 in Illinois) have partnered with the Barranquilla Orient(Columbia) Rotary Club to receive matching grants from District 6460 and Rotary International to support the Crilap Foundation. Their mission is to provide surgery to repair children's cleft pallet. The funding will cover the surgical costs for 30 children. Patient photos can be viewed by clicking the "more" link below.
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The East Alton Rotary Club recognized Federal Steel as the Business of the Year for 2013. Club President Rhonda Pluester presents the award to Federal Steel President Mark Darr (c), Vice-President Scott Longnecker (l) and Fabrication Manager Craig Caldwell (r)
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Western Military Academy (Alton, Illinois) graduate Bo Jackson shares some of the proud history of WMA and of two graduates who played a significant role in WWII.
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Loretta Goebel shares her incredible and inspirational personal story. Her journey is documented in her book "A Life In Parts" available at many online book retailers including HERE |
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Madison County Transit (Illinois) Marketing Specialist Amanda Viliocco talks about the 115 mile integrated bike trail system in Madison County. Over the past 20 years this system has grown to become a big hit with bikers, walkers, moms with strollers and real estate agents. Additional information about the trials can be found HERE |
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3 Little Birds 4 Life representative Brett Swip talks about the mission of the organization. It was established to grant wishes to yound adult (ages 180-40) cancer patients. For additional information please visit their web site www.3littlebirds4life.org
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East Alton Public Library Director Rich Chartrand talks about all the good things the library is doing to serve the community, including after hours WiFi. To learn more LINK HERE
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Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower (Hartford, Illinois) representatives discuss the history of the tower, it's significance to Riverbend tourism and how you can volunteer to assist. Additional information can be found by LINKING HERE
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Members gather for a group shot celebrating the distribution of dictionaries to 67 area 3rd grade classrooms.
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A student from Ft. Lauderdale High School was recognized for her achievements and the "Queen of Hearts" Duet Diva's gave a rousing performance of love and Irish themed songs.
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Here are a pair of images taken at the February 7th meeting make-up at the North Beach Rotary Club. |
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Christian County (Illinois) Emergency Response Manager Mike Crews describes his experience during a 16 day assignment as part of the Superstorm Sandy relief effort.
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Riverbend Family Ministries (Wood River, Illinois) Executive Director Tammy Iskarous explains the various family programs that operate under the RFM umbrella. The passion for what she does in contagious. For additional information visit LINK HERE
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Madison County (Illinois) Green Schools Coordinator Ann Linenfelser describes the green/recycling efforts that are taking place in many area schools. The food recycling effort in the East Alton elementary school district is featured. For additional information LINK HERE
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Illinois State Treasures Dan Rutherford talks about the success of the I-Cash/Cash Dash program that reunites lost cash with its rightful owners. He also shares his thoughts on the unresolved pension funding problems plaguing the state. For addition information about I-CASH LINK HERE
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Club member Brad L. received the Illinois Veteran of the Month award during a ceremony conducted at the Madison County Administrative Building. Almost 100 folks were in the audience to witness Brad receiving this honor. The award honors the work of a veteran who contributes time and talent above and beyond the call of duty at the local, state and national levels in support of fellow veterans. Congrats from all the club members. |
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Here are the toys that will be distributed to the families of pre-k students at Washington School in East Alton. They will help to brighten this Christmas for the kids who may not otherwise receive any gifts. Thanks to Chris for coordinating (and his children for helping to select) and to all those who contributed. |
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Edwardsville High School English teacher Cara Lane, social studies teacher Allen Duncan and art teacher Kristy Dickens spent four weeks in May on a whirl-wind visit to Sweden. But the trip was far from a sight-seeing vacation. The three were selected as part of a team of five to participate in the 2012 Rotary Foundation’s Group Study Exchange (GSE) program.
The Rotary Foundation’s GSE program is a unique cultural and vocational exchange opportunity for businesspeople and professionals between the ages of 25 and 40 who are in the early stages of their career. The program provides travel grants for teams to exchange visits in paired areas of different countries. |
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Angela Valdez discusses human trafficking and share tips on how to spot and report it.
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Dr. Paul Hoover shares his vision of the future of medical care in the USA.
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Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Resources Program Director Amy Wilkinson describes the LOC program and its archival resources. She also explains the Veterans Service Project with its focus on having our vets share their story. Additional information can be found at Teaching with primary Resources and Veterans History Project
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WellSpring Resources representative Kelly Medlin describes the mental health and substance abuses services offered by the agency.
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In May of 2012 a Rotary sponsored Group Study Exchange (GSE) team from Illinois district 6460 visited Sweden. Cara Lane was one of those members. Here is her enthusiastic presentation made before the East Alton Rotary Club. If you would like additional information about their journey LINK HERE
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(A neighboring rotary club recently received some nice publicity about their dictionary program. Here is the story.)
Members of the Goshen Rotary, SIUE Rotaract Club and Rotary Club District 6460 Governor gathered at Albert Cassens Elementary to present dictionaries to third-grade students.  Every year for the past eight years on Oct. 10, the Goshen Rotary Club presents dictionaries to all third graders in all District 7 and neighboring parochial schools. Present at Cassens Elementary were Dave Toby, President of the Goshen Rotary Club; Dr. James R. Brooks, Curtis Bailey, Lola Shashack and Will Shashack, all members of the Goshen Rotary Club; Brittany Seiffert, President of the SIUE Rotaract Club; Lucas Essenpreis, and Katlyn Gregov, both members of the Rotaract; and Suzanne Ellerbrock, Rotary Club District 6460 Governor. |
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Lewis & Clark Community College Veteran Services Coordinator Terry Lane describes the services that the college offers to enrolled vets. He also serves as the go-to guy for smart grid and micro grid technologies for LCCC.
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Thank you to everyone that brought in canned goods and donated to the Trick or Treat for UNICEF to help kick off Roxana Interact Club’s two current fundraisers. They collected $96 and 3 boxes of food!
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Author Cheryl Eichar Jett talks about her pictorial publication "Route 66 In Madison County" (Illinois). She has also authored "Route 66 in Springfield" (Illinois). Additional information about these and her other publications can be found at www.amazon.com and via Facebook.
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Regions Bank Mortgage Loan Originator, Michelle Price, explains the Home Affordable Refinance Program that is available to anyone whose mortgage is held by either Freddie Mac or Fannie Mae.
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Jacoby Arts Center Executive Director Melissa Crockett talks about all the great arts related activity that takes place at the Jacoby. According to Melissa “there’s something going on all the time.” Oh, and by the way, it’s not too late to sign-up for the “Arts and Champagne” fundraising gala to be held on September 22nd. Details can be found at their web site www.jacobyartscenter.org or by calling 618.462.5222.
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Once again, we demonstrated our almost uncanny ability to keep pedestrians out of harms way while the children enjoyed a thrilling ride down Berkshire Hill during this year's East Alton Soapbox Festival. A photo album is available to view in the right column.
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The East Alton club recently held a combination meeting with the Bethalto, Riverbend and Wood River clubs. All the members welcomed District Governor Suzanne Ellerbrock and had the opportunity to hear her interesting and emotional message. Almost $900 was raised for the Oasis Women's Center. Photos of the event can be viewed via the photo album located on the right side of this page.
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Recent Roxana High School graduate Danielle dropped by the August 16th meeting to receive her scholarship check for $2150 from our scholarship committee chair Erin. Danielle will be attending Lewis & Clark Community College and plans to receive an associates degree in dental hygiene. We wish her great success and encourage her to "keep smiling".
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As Rotarians we know the Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: (4) the advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. One method Rotarians can accomplish this, in part, is through membership and participation in Rotary Fellowships. |
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Rotarian Wendell R. recently returned from a visit to Columbia. While there, he took a few pictures of the Barranquilla Rotary CRILAP foundation facility.
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Congrats to Cory and Cora for being the newest recipients of the Paul Harris Fellowship award.
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Lori presents the Business of the Year award to representative of the East Alton Walgreens store, Katie Bartels and Jennifer Pfaff.
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The 2011-12 Rotary year photo library has now been created and updated. It is located on the lower right side of this page. Once you click to open the album you can choose individual slides to view or watch a slide show by clicking on that option to the left.
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Our most recently minted Rotarian is Kelli Keller.
Kelly come to us via the Wood River location of the First Clover Leaf bank, where she serves as a retail lender. let's give her a hearty East Alton welcome!  |
DG Gordon Jumper & AG Leonard Berg present Roxana High School Interact Club with their club banner! (L-R) East Alton Rotary President David Miller, East Alton Rotary Secretary Lori Palmer, Hannah Warnecke, Shannon Kamp, Jimmy Boukas, Gordon Jumper, Thomas Sillivan and Leonard Berg at Illinois College |
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In support of the Columbian school rebuilding project, we are hosting a raffle of a .75 carat Columbian emerald.Tickets are $10 a piece. Only 100 will be sold. To date (11/28/2011) 86 tickets have been purchased. To buy your ticket(s) and to support this worthy cause contact Wendell via email-redd@newssor.com
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Wendell Ross has just returned from Columbian with an updated set of plans for the school rebuilding project. CLICK HERE TO TAKE A LOOK
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 Scholarship guru Charlie Kunz was recently recognized for his vision in helping to establish our scholarship program in 1996. For his outstanding work he was presented with a plaque and cased flag that has flown over both the East Alton-Wood River and Roxana high schools. In 2011 $9800 was awarded to the four scholarship receipts. Pictured (L-R)- Club President Dave,New Generations representative Rhonda , Charlie, District Governor Gordon Jumper. |
 During the September 1st meeting Diane Dugger was installed as the newest member of the East Alton club. her installation was conducted by District Governor Gordon Jumper. Diane is in charge of the Boys and Girls Club program at the East Alton Middle School. Please give Diane a warm East Alton welcome. |
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The East Alton Rotary club recently awarded $9800 in scholarships to four area high school graduates. East Alton-Wood River high school graduates Samantha O’Daniell and Lindsey Woods received $2750 and $1950 respectively. Roxana high school graduates Allison Scott and Aaron Saul received $2800 and $2300. All four students will begin their academic studies at Lewis and Clark Community College. This is the 15th year that the East Alton club has awarded scholarship based upon academic and participation benchmarks that are reached during the students junior and senior years.
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 Welcome to our newest Rotarian, Jenifer Lewis. She is the branch manager for the 1st MidAmerica Credit Union location in East Alton. Let's give her a warm East Alton Rotary welcome. |
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East Alton Rotary Club has started an international project with the
Barranquilla Oriente Rotary Club in Colombia. This project initially
started as a classroom repair of a volunteer school out in the pueblo.
But on further inspection by the architect the entire building needs to
be replaced. So now East Alton Rotary is looking for other Rotary Clubs
to partner with to complete this project. So if your club is interested
in this international project please contact Wendell Ross via email:redd@newssor.com More information about the project can be found by LINKING HERE
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Our 2000 outbound Long Term Exchange Student (Japan) was in town on a family visit. She stopped by to tell us what she has been doing.
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Chef Bob's Catering was recently recognized as the 2011 Business of the Year. Watch below as Chris and Dave make the presentation.
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A "Like" button now appears at the top of the left column. You can click on it to add this website link and club info to your Facebook wall. A prompt will
appear to sign into the your Facebook account, after which you will be able to add a comment that will accompany the post.
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You can now search for a Rotary club with RI's free iPhone app. In the
Apple app store it's called the Rotary Club Locator from Rotary
International. The app also will soon be offered for Android phones.
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Last Thursday we inducted our newest member, Mark Allison. Mark is a long time employee of ConocoPhillips and a major cog in the local Habitat for Humanity program. Please give him a hearty East Alton rotary welcome!
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Rotarians in New Zealand are doing what they can to assist victims of the devastating earthquake 22 February in Christchurch, where more than 100 people have been killed and at least 200 are still missing.
As
efforts move from search-and-rescue to recovery, responses from
Rotarians offering assistance have been pouring in. Authorities are
requesting that donations in kind or noncash items not be sent to
Christchurch, as the government, local agencies, and NGOs have
sufficient emergency and second phase supplies for the ongoing needs of
the community.
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Congratulations to the winners of the 2010 Interact video contest! The
Interact Club of Syosset High School, New York, USA (District
7250), captured the grand prize for its entry, “How Do You Interact?”
This video shows what exceptional and far-reaching projects an
Interact club can complete when its members put their minds to it. You can view the video after the break.
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Rotary has a proud tradition of responding to natural disasters all over the globe. If you want to find out more about Rotary's disaster assistance here are some links:
Disaster Relief Rotary Action Group Medical Supplies Network Inc. ProjectLINK |
On December 17 several rotarians spent part of their morning delivering poinsettia flowers to 20 East Alton senior citizens. Thanks to Lori,Rodney, Rhonda, Joe, Rick and Betsy for their assistance with bringing a wee bit of Christmas joy to these folks. Rose took care of the details with Jeffries Flowers in Wood River.
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A big thank you to all who helped "mind the bucket" on December 11th. A special thanks to Mark V. for serving as the event coordinator.
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Club member Charlie Kunz was recently interwiewed by a reporter from The Telegraph (Alton, Illinois) newspaper. Charlie talked about his World War II expreiences. |
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Welcome to Brad Lavite!
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Archived ediitons available.
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 Rotary District 6460 Governor Gordon Jumper made his annual pilgrimage to the East Alton club on September 1st. He praised the great work that the club is doing and suggested that we could do even more if we continue to grow our membership. We were reminded that the only reason Bill Gates was not a Rotarian was becase he wasn't asked. Gordon told us that we were quite close to reaching the $200 million match for the Gates Foundation grant to help eradicate polio. Through June of 2011 there were only 200 cases of polio reported worldwide. |
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Photos taken at the Chili Supper are now available for viewing under the "photo album" section in the right column. It was a beautiful night under a full moon. Let's howl.
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Rotarian Wendell Ross recently returned from a visit to Columbia SA. During his visit he identified an an international project, rebuilding a classroom. We will partner with clubs in our area and one near the school. Information about Wendell's travels and the school (along with a video) can be found after the break.
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A photo journal of the 2010 STEAK FRY is now available for viewing.You can find it on the right side of the home page. Double click on any image to enlarge.
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A photo journal of the 2010 Soap Box Race is now available for viewing.You can find it on the right side of the home page. Double click on any image to enlarge.
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Photos taken at the Installation Dinner are available for viewing in the photo journal area to the right. (Double click on the image to enlarge.) Videos can be viewed at the blog. Enjoy! |
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Representatives at the 2010 Council on Legislation approved an enactment 28 April to add a fifth Avenue of Service: New Generations. After adopting an amendment to change the name from Youth Service, as originally proposed, to New Generations, the Council narrowly supported the addition to article 5 of the Standard Rotary Club Constitution. The 263-250 vote was received by surprised gasps and applause after a short debate. |
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March 24th marked the 4th annual combined meeting of our club with The Wood River and Bethalto clubs.We raised $1450 for the Fisher Housenow being built on the grounds of the Jefferson Barracks hospital in St. Louis. A new photo album is posted to the right and you may listen to the program by linking to our
blog site-
http://eastaltonrotary.blogspot.com/
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A photo of Brad and Scholarship student Larry are featured in this month's issue of RYLA. Link here to take a look-http://www.rotary.org/en/MediaAndNews/Newsletters/Interactive/Pages/201002/Links.aspx
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East Alton Rotarian and President-Elect Chris Herzog presents a check for $1600 to Village of East Alton Mayor Fred Bright.
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Sophomores Sloane Reine, from Roxana High School, and Carly McCleland, from East Alton-Wood River High School attend RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) at Bradley University.
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East Alton Rotary member, Rick Hooks, has brought the East Alton Rotary Club into the 21st century in an effort to preserve our history at EastAltonRotary.Blogspot.com!
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Belleville Rotarian, Debbie Willard, will become the next Governor of district 6510. This article appeared in the March 1st issue of the Belleville News-Democrat.
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East Alton Rotary Club member, Rhonda Pluester, takes East Alton Rotary Scholarship Student Betty (Avery) Hayes shopping for baby items.
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PolioPlus, the most ambitious program in Rotary's history, is the volunteer arm of the global partnership dedicated to eradicating polio. For more than 20 years, Rotary has led the private sector in the global effort to rid the world of this crippling disease. Today, PolioPlus and its role in the initiative is recognized worldwide as a model of public-private cooperation in pursuit of a humanitarian goal. |
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We invoke a blessing upon this meeting
and on people of goodwill everywhere. May we prove ourselves worthy citizens, Devoted to truth, sincere in fellowship, given to service, and steadfast in faith. May we be faithful to these ideals. May we stand firm when the fight is hard. May we have strength sufficient for this day. May we be as big as our problems and bigger than our responsibilities. May we live up to our capabilities. -Rotary prayer |
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